A number of different cities in Orange County, California, could have their trash service delayed after 400 sanitation workers have opted to strike, alleging unfair labor practices with employer Republic Services. While the walkout is occurring at Republic Services facilities in Huntington Beach and Anaheim, other cities will also be impacted by having their trash services delayed. Those cities include, Placentia, Garden Grove, Yorba Linda, Fullerton , and Fountain Valley, as well as Disneyland and major hotels, Adan Alvarez, spokesman for Teamsters Local 396, the union behind the strike, told The Epoch Times. Officials from affected cities are encouraging residents to still take out their trash and recycling bins on scheduled pick up days, and if not serviced, leave them out for up to 48 hours. However, it is not guaranteed trash will be picked up in that time. Representatives of Huntington Beach have “been in communication with Republic Services and are monitoring the extent of service interruptions,” and will implement plans for alternate …
400 Sanitation Workers Strike, Delaying Trash Pickup in Orange County
December 10, 2021
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